GLP-1 Medication Alternatives
Looking for alternatives to a specific medication or provider? Browse our guides to find comparable options that may better fit your budget, preferences, or medical needs.
Medication Alternatives
Ozempic Alternatives
Ozempic costs $900+/month without insurance and faces frequent supply shortages
Wegovy Alternatives
Wegovy is expensive at $1,300+/month and often has limited availability
Mounjaro Alternatives
Mounjaro costs $1,100+/month and requires a type 2 diabetes diagnosis for on-label use
Zepbound Alternatives
Zepbound is the newest GLP-1 medication and may have limited insurance coverage
Saxenda Alternatives
Saxenda requires daily injections and shows less weight loss than newer GLP-1 options
Contrave Alternatives
Contrave is an oral medication with moderate weight loss results of 5-8%
Phentermine Alternatives
Phentermine is only approved for short-term use (12 weeks) and can be habit-forming
Compounded Semaglutide Alternatives
FDA regulations around compounded medications may change, and some patients prefer brand-name options
Compounded Tirzepatide Alternatives
Compounded tirzepatide availability varies and some patients need FDA-approved brand options
Orlistat (Alli) Alternatives
Orlistat only blocks 25% of fat absorption and causes significant GI side effects for many users
Metformin for Weight Loss Alternatives
Metformin provides modest weight loss of 2-5% and is not FDA-approved specifically for weight management
Victoza Alternatives
Victoza is the diabetes version of liraglutide and costs $1,000+/month without insurance
Qsymia Alternatives
Qsymia has serious safety warnings including birth defects risk and cognitive side effects
Plenity Alternatives
Plenity provides modest weight loss of 3-6% and the company filed for bankruptcy in 2023
Rybelsus (Oral Semaglutide) Alternatives
Rybelsus is an oral GLP-1 but has lower weight loss results than injectable semaglutide and strict dosing requirements
Plenity/Gelesis Alternatives
Gelesis products showed modest results and the company faced financial difficulties
Topiramate for Weight Loss Alternatives
Topiramate has significant cognitive side effects and is not FDA-approved specifically for weight loss as a standalone
Naltrexone for Weight Loss Alternatives
Naltrexone alone has modest weight loss effects and is primarily approved for alcohol and opioid dependence
Gastric Balloon Alternatives
Gastric balloons are temporary (6-12 months), require endoscopy, and show moderate weight loss of 10-15%
Nutrisystem Alternatives
Nutrisystem relies on pre-packaged meals with no medical intervention and has limited long-term results
Optavia Alternatives
Optavia is an MLM-based program with restrictive meal plans and high costs that can exceed GLP-1 telehealth pricing
Jenny Craig Alternatives
Jenny Craig closed in 2023, leaving millions of dieters looking for a new weight loss solution
Weight Loss Supplement Alternatives
Most OTC weight loss supplements lack clinical evidence and may contain unsafe ingredients with unknown interactions
SlimFast Alternatives
SlimFast meal replacements produce modest weight loss and are not a sustainable long-term solution for most people
Provider Alternatives
Hims Weight Loss Alternatives
Hims may not be the best fit for everyone in terms of pricing, medication options, or support level
Ro Body Program Alternatives
Ro's pricing or program structure may not fit every patient's needs and budget
Calibrate Alternatives
Calibrate's year-long commitment and higher pricing may not work for everyone
Found Alternatives
Found's approach may not include the specific medications or support you need
Noom Med Alternatives
Noom Med's behavioral focus may not provide enough medical oversight for some patients
Sequence Alternatives
Sequence's clinical approach and pricing may not fit every patient's preferences
WeightWatchers Clinic Alternatives
WeightWatchers Clinic is newer and may have limited medication options compared to specialized providers
PlushCare Weight Loss Alternatives
PlushCare is a general telehealth platform, not a specialized weight loss provider
Form Health Alternatives
Form Health's insurance-focused model may not work for self-pay patients
Henry Meds Alternatives
Henry Meds may have limited medication options or support features compared to other providers
TMRW Alternatives
TMRW is newer with less established track record compared to some competitors
Other Alternatives
Bariatric Surgery Alternatives
Surgery carries significant risks, requires lifestyle changes, and has a long recovery period
Over-the-Counter Diet Pill Alternatives
Most OTC diet pills have little clinical evidence and may contain unsafe ingredients
GLP-1 Injectable Alternatives
Some patients prefer non-injectable options due to needle anxiety or lifestyle preferences
Prescription Appetite Suppressant Alternatives
Traditional appetite suppressants have limited duration of use and can cause dependency
Natural GLP-1 Alternatives
Some people prefer to explore natural options before committing to prescription medications